Whether this is your first time hearing about electric surfboards or jet boards or you consider yourself a seasoned veteran of the water sport, people are quickly catching on to the joys of this exhilarating new way of life and companies are taking notice. Over a very short period of time, we have seen a massive influx of new technological innovations that have redefined the very nature of water sports. No more relying on mother nature big waves and good surf conditions. No longer do we need a boat to pull a jet ski to achieve an high speed without waves. For the first time, a sport that seemed inaccessible to many due to its steep learning curve is now within reach for anyone regardless of age or physical condition. The electric surfboard market is in its prime and electric hydrofoil boards are here to stay. In this guide, we are going to dive into the 12 Best Electric Surfboards and get you one step closer to cruising on your own wave!
The Best Electric Surfboards
1. WaveShark Foil 2 Explorer
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 28 mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | 180 minutes |
| Weight | Unlisted |
| Max Weight Capacity | Unlisted |
| Dimensions | Unlisted |
| Warranty | 12 Months |
To start it off, the Foil 2 Explorer by Waveshark is the first motorized surfboard on our list. This board is currently claimed to have the longest ride time in the world for electric surfboards. It may not be the fastest, but it certainly has a lot of use-potential given the battery. The Foil 2 builds on the previous model with a smoother acceleration, a hydrodynamic hull design, less noise, and by adjusting the design to minimize water resistance. Check out the other other WaveShark products our complete overview!
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 30+ mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | 60-100 minutes |
| Weight | 30 lbs |
| Max Weight Capacity | 240 lbs |
| Dimensions | Unlisted |
| Propeller | Standard |
| Sizes | 5'9", 5'4", 4'9", 4'2" |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
The Lift Efoil is a great classic body board that you can trust as it was created by the first company to invent this new trend of the electric surfboard. With an average ride time of an hour to an hour and 25 min, this electric surfboard only takes about 15 minutes to get the balance down until you are ready to take it on the open ocean. Like many of the other electric surfboards on this list, it is totally silent and has zero delay between engaging the acceleration and feeling its torque. To reach speeds while maintaining control, it has a wireless remote that allows riders to carve without losing their balance.
It uses an advanced lithium-ion battery and comes with a handheld wireless remote connected via Bluetooth that allows you to adjust the speed and also shows you useful information as you ride. There are 3 different modes that vary in power output so you can start light and progress through the levels as you get more comfortable. Maintenance is very easy and only requires a simple changing of the battery. The entire board and foil are made out of carbon fiber and the battery has a combined weight of 60 lbs.
3. Waydoo Flyer
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 45 mph |
|---|---|
| Range | 18.6 miles |
| Ride Time | 55-85 minutes |
| Weight | 86.2 lbs |
| Max Load Capacity | 220 lbs |
| Dimensions | Length: 68", Width: 32", Height: 37.4" |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
With a top speed of 25 mph (or 40km/h) and coming in considerably cheaper than any of the other competitors on this list, the Waydoo flyer asserts itself as the best entry-level option that still provides a breathtaking experience for the rider. It also comes with a handled Bluetooth controller and has a battery that lasts 75 min. When riding the Waydoo flyer on the open ocean, you get this feeling of weightlessness and the sensation of flying just above the waves. Compared to surfing, the amount of time that you spend in that rush is considerably longer which makes it super addicting! Despite coming in at half the price of the other E-foils on this list, most of the key stats like battery life are the same as the other motorized boards.
Overall it is not quite as stable as the other e-foils but it is still more than enough to feel comfortable. It is also worth noting that the board is made of foam and the mast is made of aluminum instead of carbon fiber which has a lot of advantages when you are learning. If this is your first venture in the world of electric-powered surfboards, choosing this board model is the easy way to ensure that you are well equipped to handle everything the motorized surfboard industry has to offer. You can’t go wrong with this perfect all-rounder.
4. JETSURF Electric
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 31 mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | 25-55 minutes |
| Weight | 72.5 lbs (including the battery) |
| Max Weight Capacity | 220 lbs |
| Dimensions | Length: 71", Width: 24", Height: 6" |
| Warranty | 12 months (new), 3 months (used) |
JETSURF Electric is the latest addition to the JETSURF motorized surfboards family. It is the only one of the six JETSURF board models that is fully battery powered. The other 5 models use high-performance two-stroke fuel injection engines. This means lots of fun and less weight (the fuel powered boards only weigh about 43 lbs), but also significantly more noise.
JETSURF Electric produces zero local emissions, is very quiet, but retains 100% of the original JETSURF racing DNA. The carbon fiber hull derived from the original JETSURF Race DFI boards allows riders to do very sharp carving, jumps (people like Mark Gomez actually do backflips on the JETSURF Electric), and even hit the race track with buoys. JETSURF Electric is the overall winner of the ELECTRIC CHALLENGE at the MotoSurf World Championships.
However, most users do not race and the yacht industry is actually where the JETSURF Electric finds its best use. The advanced safety features, long range, and dual bindings setup make it a great toy for yachts. And the best part? You can easily attach the JETSURF Tube to the board – an inflatable rubber bumper that acts as training wheels and makes the board very buoyant. Learning to ride the JETSURF Electric with Tube is a breeze.
For a deeper dive, read our full review!
5. Onean Carver X
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 28 mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | Up to 40 minutes |
| Weight | 95 lbs (with battery) |
| Max Weight Capacity | 250 lbs |
| Dimensions | Length: 7'8", Width: 27.5" |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
The Onean Carver X is unique on this list as it is the only electric model that doubles up on all the essentials. Two batteries, two jets, and double the previous model’s ride length with this electric surfboard reaching a maximum time of 40 min before needing to recharge. The extra battery and jets not only let you have fun for longer, but it also makes this the first board that allows a rider above 220 pounds to actually get the coveted sensation of fully gliding above the water. To put it simply, this motorized board is extremely powerful and offers technology not seen in any of the other jet boards on this list. A nice added bonus is that if you happen to be upgrading from the original Onean Carver, you can use the original batteries with this unit and save on buying new batteries.
6. Lampuga Air
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 30+ mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | 45 minutes |
| Weight | 121.3 lbs |
| Max Weight Capacity | 220 lbs |
| Dimensions | Length: 90", Width: 30", Height: 9.8" |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
The Lampuga Air is the first board on this list to be designed with the whole family in mind. Unlike the carbon fiber bodies of its competitors, this motorized surfboard is quite large and is very soft with lots of handles. It’s great for families because it’s large enough to sit a child on the nose while you ride from the middle. If you are a boat owner and want to start using electric surfboards while you’re on the lake, you can easily tow the Lampuga Air behind your boat without worrying about it getting damaged from bumping into things.
The top speed is slightly lower than some of the other motorized boards at 30 mph but it is really easy to get back on if you fall off which makes it great for beginners. Keeping safety in mind, at times this board almost feels like an inflatable with a motor on top. It has a safety kill switch for the motor with a ripcord and also has one of the safest batteries in the industry with each cell residing inside its own enclosure. This electric surfboard is great for riders who love to surf and make their own wave!
7. Awake RÄVIK S
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 36 mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | 25-45 minutes |
| Weight | 86.2 lbs |
| Max Weight Capacity | 40 or 48 lbs |
| Dimensions | 69" x 24" x 11" |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
The first of three RÄVIK models on this list, the Awake RÄVIK S has a nimble body and that was aerodynamically sculpted to preserve the maximum amount of energy in each turn. To help adjust to your riding style, it comes with an easy-to-use app that allows you to adjust the power settings of the motorized surfboard. As we have seen on other models, this is a great feature that really speeds up the learning process by allowing the rider to gradually progress through the different speed and power output options. The average run time on this electric surfboard is not as robust as some of the others on this list averaging between 20 – 45 minutes depending on your riding style. However, many riders choose to double up on batteries and take advantage of the RÄVIK’s hot-swap feature to give you that little extra juice. The average recharge time is approximately 80 minutes, so you’ll probably still have some downtime between rides.
8. Radinn Freeride
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 35 mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | 25 minutes |
| Weight | 97 lbs |
| Max Weight Capacity | 286 lbs |
| Dimensions | Length: 74.8", Width: 30.7", Height: 6.6" |
| Warranty | 12 Months |
The Radinn Freeride is our favorite electric surfboard in Radinn’s inventory. The Freeride truly offers outstanding quality for the money and is fully customizable upon purchase. It has a 25 mph top speed and the pro version can go even faster. There are some convenient LEDs on the side of the control handle that indicate how much battery life is left on your board. The Radinn Freeride comes with three models that differ in battery life. Standard size is 25 min of ride time, long-range is 35 min of ride time, and extended range is 45 min of ride time. Check out other Radinn products in our complete overview!
9. Awake RÄVIK 3
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 36 mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | Up to 60 minutes |
| Weight | 96 lbs |
| Max Weight Capacity | 220 lbs |
| Dimensions | Length: 70.5", Width: 24", Height: 7.5" |
| Warranty | 12 Months |
For the second RÄVIK model on this list, the RÄVIK 3 offers many of the same qualities as the RÄVIK S 22 but is instead geared more towards beginners. To start, there is a jet pump on the bottom of the RÄVIK 3 that is on the outside which allows you to always have a full grip in choppy water as the engine always stays submerged. Like other models mentioned here, the RÄVIK 3 also works alongside an app that greatly speeds up the learning process. There are no annoying cable management clips or wires as the battery has a simple connector and is a plug-and-play experience. Unlike many other throttles that are activated by squeezing, this throttle is activated by a thumb press button which allows you to keep gripping the handle with your hand while you independently control the acceleration with your thumb.
10. Torque Ripsnorter
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 28+ mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | 45 minutes |
| Weight | 77 lbs |
| Max Weight Capacity | 220 lbs |
| Dimensions | Length: 66.1", Width: 22.8", Height: 5.9" |
| Warranty | 12 Months |
The Torque Ripsnorter is easy enough to learn as a beginner. Compared to some of the other electric surfboards, the Torque Ripsonter is considerably heavier and makes good use of the wheels and trolly system you can use to transport your board. The board is all-electric and also features a removable battery, although this one uses a vacuum seal to keep everything in place. There is an optional speed limiter that you can engage to help minimize battery drain if that is something you are interested in, otherwise, feel free to leave it off. Overall, it is a very powerful and fast board even if it is a little bit noisy. This surfboard is amazing, fun, and great for new riders.
11. Olo One
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 32+ mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | 50 minutes |
| Weight | 99 lbs |
| Max Weight Capacity | 220 lbs |
| Dimensions | Length: 94.1", Width: 28.3", Height: 6.3" |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
By far the most expensive board on this list, Olo wants you to know that this is in fact the ultimate electric surfboard with an equally fitting price tag to match. The name Olo is the name given to the boards that the Hawaiian chiefs used to surf back in the day. The updated shape of the board provides power levels comparable to the other electric surfboards but with increased aerodynamics due to the removal of all unnecessary bindings and handles. There is a convenient removable container in the center of the board where you can store valuables. The power box is also removable and slides out at the very back which makes it very easy to be serviced. At full speed, the battery lasts about 20 min, when cruising the battery can last around 35 to 40 minutes. Everything about the Olo one is fully customizable on the Olo website and features a wide selection of color combinations.
12. Awake Vinga S
Specs & Features
| Top Speed | 31 mph |
|---|---|
| Ride Time | Up to 2 hours |
| Weight | Unlisted |
| Max Weight Capacity | Unlisted |
| Dimensions | 4´6” x 23,6" x 5,6" |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
The Awake Vinga S is perfect for beginners, intermediates, and advanced riders alike who are looking for a high-performance electric surfboard with minimal setup time. The electric surfboard was designed to be light, fast, and maneuverable, allowing riders to stay on their board even in choppy waters.
The unique shape of the Vinga S helps reduce drag and increases stability while still maintaining a responsive ride. Its brushless motor provides powerful propulsion without any emissions or environmental impact. With intuitive and straightforward controls, it is easy to take off and ride waves without ever having to worry about the setup. Whether you’re an experienced surfer or just starting out, the Awake Vinga S electric surfboard will give you an unbeatable surfing experience.
Conclusion
By now you’ve learned the ins and outs of what is possible in the new world of electric surfboards. These boards are guaranteed to bring countless hours of joy and magic. We look forward to continuing down this new and exciting journey and hope this article has helped convince you that a motorized board is worth a try.
